This is the Biography of me, Alexander Salsitz (I prefer Xander). I am a 13 year old boy who's life changed in January 2012 when I was diagnosed with MDS (Myelodysplastic Syndrome). I have had 3 bone marrow transplants since then, the most recent one in April 2013. This blog documents my journey, beginning with my diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing recovery.

Saturday, August 24, 2013

Looking up

Good Morning,

Day +116

The bone marrow biopsy was completed this week. The initial results indicate Xander's disease is still in remission. There are no signs of blasts or leukemia. The results of the FISH study to determine if there are MDS cells will not be back for about 5-6 weeks, so we patiently await what lies ahead. In the meantime, Xander continues to be blessed with positive momentum and is focusing more on being a kid again. He has a long way to go on many fronts, but we are confident that with the right help, he can reach his goals. Thank you to all that have helped him over the summer. We look forward to continued strength and spending time together as the school year gets underway.

If you have followed Xander's journey, you know that Xander's blood counts have gone up and down significantly (in just days) throughout this process. This weeks results were pretty impressive (given the drugs he is on, especially. They force his counts down):